Experience the stunning diversity of New Zealand on the Grand New Zealand Trip, a journey through some of the country’s most breathtaking landscapes and vibrant cities. Begin in Auckland, New Zealand's largest city, where cosmopolitan life meets stunning harbors. Travel to Rotorua to witness geothermal wonders and immerse yourself in Maori culture. Explore Christchurch, a city known for its beautiful gardens and innovative spirit. Continue to Grey Mouth and marvel at the striking beauty of Franz Josef Glacier, where icy landscapes create a dramatic backdrop. Discover the adventure capital of Queenstown, surrounded by majestic mountains and crystal-clear lakes. Journey through Twizel and Omarama, renowned for their stunning high-country scenery, before arriving in Wanaka, a tranquil lakeside town offering endless outdoor activities. Experience the awe-inspiring beauty of Milford Sound, where fjord landscapes captivate the soul, and conclude your journey with the majestic peaks of Mount Cook, New Zealand’s highest mountain. This grand tour captures the essence of New Zealand’s natural splendor and vibrant culture.
On arrival you will be welcome by our tour leader and transfer to hotel. Check in time is 1400 hrs . After lunch we proceed for half day city tour of Aukland by visiting Sky Tower where we take an elevator to 328m high and enjoy the 360 degree view of the city up to 80 km visibility in every direction of the city , The Ancient Volcanos , Sparking harbors and beyond. Dinner at Indian restaurant.
Holiday Inn Express or similar .
Dinner included
After breakfast we drive 3 hours to Waitomo- where we visit The Ancient Limestone Cave System known for its underground glow warm lights which are over 30 million years old. Then after lunch we drive 1.5 hours to the town of Mata – Mata known for its Hobbiton Movie Set- point out the most famous movie locations featured in movies like The Lord of the Ring and The Hobbit Trilogy. Later we drive for an hour towards Rotorua- famous for its Maori culture surrounded by natural hot spring, rivers, forest and its unique volcanic landscape. Dinner at Indian restaurant, after return to hotel.
Millennium Hotel or similar
Breakfast & Dinner included
After breakfast we drive to Agrodome where we get a chance to see true New Zealand farming. Here we witness live sheep sharing cow milking, lamb feeding and remarkable farm dogs demonstration. Also we get a chance to handfeed and click pictures with all sorts of friendly animals like Ostrich, Lammas , Deer, Sheep , Alpacl . Continue our visit after lunch we move to Te-Ra/ Te-Puia Thermal Reserve where we can wander around the bubbling mud hot pools and see the famous Pohutu Geyser. After we take a guided tour through the Maori arts and craft institute and discover their ancient rituals and traditions followed by a Song – Dance Maori Cultural Show. Later evening dinner at Indian restaurant and back to hotel.
Millennium Hotel or similar
Breakfast & Dinner included
Today after breakfast we take our domestic flight to Christ Church. On arrival check in and lunch. After lunch we explore the city of Christ Church on heritage tram as we have full day Hop on – Hop off ticket to visit places like Canterbury Museum, Botanical Garden and many other iconic sights of Christ Church known as The Garden City. Dinner at local Indian restaurant and proceed to hotel.
Hotel Elms Christ Church or similar.
Breakfast & Dinner included
After breakfast we take train to Grey Mouth which is known as one of the greatest- train journey in the world as we travel coast to coast crossing through rivers and mountains of the south Island. On arrival lunch after we drive for an hour by road to Punakaiki. Here we enjoy the breath-taking views of the rugged rocks and tropical palms at one side and mountains on the other. Evening return to hotel for dinner.
Hotel Copthorne Grey Mouth or similar
Breakfast & Dinner included
Morning after breakfast we drive about 3 hours towards the glacier region. As we pass through Hokitika known for its natural resources & precious stones. Before we reach the Fox & Franz Josef Glacier which are known to be from the last Ice-Age. There is another option of taking the helicopter flight & touching down on the glaciers -enjoying mighty views. (Helicopter flight require minimum passengers) Later evening dinner at Indian restaurant and return to hotel.
Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier or similar
Breakfast & Dinner included
After breakfast we travel about four hours towards Wanaka- which is the perfect location to enjoy the splendor of the Southern Lakes with relax ambience . Here we have the option to visit Puzzling World Wanaka and enjoy Wanaka’s wonderful weirdness with its themes of Wonder & Trickery . Then after lunch we proceed to Queen’s Town. Free time. Dinner at local restaurant, later check in hotel.
Holiday Inn Express or similar
Breakfast & Dinner included
Leave after breakfast we travel via Te-Anau to the stunning glacier carved at Eglington Valley, and we view the spectacular reflections of the EARL mountains at the world famous mirror lakes. Later if whether allows we enjoy full length cruise with lunch on board as we take journey to Milfort Sound to explore natural wonders. Evening proceed another scenic journey back to Queen’s Town, with dinner at local restaurant and move to hotel.
Holiday Inn Express or similar
Breakfast & Dinner included
After breakfast we drive about four hours to Kawarau Gorge – and its fruit growing world famous regions. Enroute we cross magnificent Lake Pukaki as we reach Mount Cook which is New Zealand’s highest mountain. Stop for lunch , later we proceed to Twizel for check in at hotel. Free time on arrival. Dinner at hotel.
Distinction Mackenzie Country Hotel or similar
Breakfast & Dinner included
After breakfast we travel one and half hour towards Lake Tekapo where we visit the Church of the good shepherd for a popular photo stop . Later we pass through mountain ranges across the Canterbury Plains as we arrive The Garden City of Christ Church. Dinner at Indian restaurant, and later check in hotel.
Hotel Elms Christ Church or similar.
Breakfast & Dinner included
After breakfast transfer to airport for return flight back home.
Breakfast included
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